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Mercedes-Benz unveils Concept CLA Class at IAA; based on electric-first MMA platform

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Mercedes-Benz unveiled the Concept CLA Class at IAA Mobility 2023 in Munich, Germany. This concept, designed on the forthcoming Mercedes-Benz Modular Architecture (MMA) platform, represents the company’s vision to elevate this important vehicle class, based on the long-term portfolio strategy. The new operating system MB.OS

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Daimler Trucks North America collaborates with AT&T and Microsoft on new connectivity solutions for HD trucks

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Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) announced new collaborations with AT&T and Microsoft Corporation with the goal of delivering further enhancements to its Detroit Connect suite of connected vehicle services. With about 400 000 connected vehicles worldwide, Daimler Trucks is by far the industry leader in connectivity.

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Continental Tech ensure greater comfort and safety in Mercedes-Benz E-Class – ET Auto

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Continental supplies important components and products for the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class. In the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, a powerful long-range radar from Continental is used to reliably provide advanced driver assistance systems such as adaptive cruise control and emergency brake assist with data on vehicles and obstacles ahead.

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Tata Motors launches $10,000 electric hatch; deliveries of Tiago.ev start in January

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It will be the first in its segment to offer best-in-class connected features as standard across all trims, that are usually offered in more premium cars. The production of the 24kWh battery pack variants have been prioritized based on insights to match customer expectations at the time of delivery. XZ+ Tech LUX. XZ+ Tech LUX.

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BYD unveils Song PLUS mid-size SUV with new, more efficient 1.5L gasoline engine

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The Song PLUS is positioned as a wide-body midsize SUV, with a size of 4,705/1,890/1,680mm and a wheelbase of 2,765mm, making it the widest SUV in its class to provide the most comfortable driving experience. meter turning radius is the smallest and most precise in its class, creating a more agile and free-handling driving experience.

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Daimler Trucks NA presents new Class 8 Freightliner Cascadia with fuel efficiency improved up to 8%

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The new Detroit Connect Analytics builds on the well-proven features, such as the Virtual Technician remote diagnostic service. Detroit Connect Analytics further deepens the connection between the fleet’s management, the driver and the vehicle. The new Cascadia also comes with new safety technologies. SuperTruck II.

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Mercedes-Benz S-Class INTELLIGENT DRIVE drives autonomously over 100km interurban and urban route with near-production technology

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The self-driving S-Class had to deal autonomously with a number of highly complex situations such as traffic lights, roundabouts, pedestrians, cyclists and trams. The successful drive was achieved with the aid of near-production-standard technology, very similar to that already found in the new E and S-Class. Click to enlarge.

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